The John Deere 4120 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 2,500 lb (1,134 kg) at 24 in / 610 mm behind the hitch. It also lists hitch category Category 1 and rear PTO power 35.5 hp.
Best rear lift figure2,500 lb (1,134 kg)
Lift at 24 in / 610 mm2,500 lb (1,134 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 1
Rear PTO horsepower35.5 hp
John Deere 4120 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
3,130 lb (1,420 kg)
Lift capacity at 24 in / 610 mm
2,500 lb (1,134 kg)
Hitch category
Category 1
Rear PTO horsepower
35.5 hp
Operating weight
3,700 lb (1,678 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
2,500 lb
Average
8,101 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Lift at 24 in comparison
This model
2,500 lb
Average
7,292 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
36 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 4120 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
The practical lift-capacity check on the John Deere 4120 is 2,500 lb (1,134 kg) for lift at 24 in / 610 mm. It is a rear 3-point spec, not a loader-capacity number
24 in / 610 mm lift note
When comparing the John Deere 4120 to another tractor, the 24 in / 610 mm spec is normally the cleaner buyer number
Hitch category note
If you are matching implements to the John Deere 4120, start with Category 1, then check lift capacity and PTO horsepower
PTO and weight context
For the John Deere 4120, rear PTO horsepower is 35.5 hp and operating weight is 3,700 lb (1,678 kg). That is useful context for rotary cutters, tillers, seeders, mowers and ballast setup
Rear implement matching
The John Deere 4120 can only be judged properly when the implement’s weight and overhang are known. Examples to check include rotary cutter, medium tiller, grader blade, seeder, and heavy ballast box
John Deere 4120 3-Point Hitch FAQ
How strong is the John Deere 4120 3-point hitch?
The John Deere 4120 hitch data points to 2,500 lb (1,134 kg) for lift at 24 in / 610 mm. In practical terms, this puts it in utility rear-lift tractor territory.
Why does the 24 in / 610 mm rear lift spec matter?
The 2,500 lb (1,134 kg) rating matters because mounted implements put weight behind the lift arms. That extra distance makes the tractor work harder than a close-in hitch-end test.
What hitch category is the John Deere 4120?
The listed hitch category for the John Deere 4120 is Category 1. Match implement pins and hitch width to that category before worrying about lift capacity.
How should I match rear implements to the John Deere 4120?
Start with 2,500 lb (1,134 kg) for lift at 24 in / 610 mm, then compare the actual implement weight and overhang. Typical checks include rotary cutter, medium tiller, grader blade, seeder, and heavy ballast box.
What other specs matter besides John Deere 4120 hitch lift?
Rear PTO horsepower (35.5 hp) and operating weight (3,700 lb (1,678 kg)) matter because a tractor can sometimes lift more than it should comfortably run or carry in rough conditions.
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Tractor hitch lift specs can change by year, market, tire setup, ballast, hitch option and measurement point. Please check the operator manual, build sheet and official deere.com website for official information before buying or lifting heavy implements.
